Welcome to OzArt Finder
At OzArt Finder, we’re building a community of Australian artists encompassing painters, printmakers, sculptors and photographers. We aim to make Australian art more accessible by enabling art buyers to find artworks in the artist’s studio or on display at an art gallery or exhibition.
ARTISTS
If you would like to showcase your artwork on OzArt Finder, simply click “Register” under the Members tab and provide us with some brief details of your artwork. We’ll then contact you to appraise your needs and make sure that OzArt Finder is right for you.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do you charge the Artist a commission on sales or referrals?
Yes, we provide a Buyer Service which co-ordinates viewing, collection or delivery of the artwork as well as holding funds on behalf of both parties. We also calculate the cost of shipping with optional insurance which is invoiced to the client. Our Buyer Service Fee is 10% of the purchase price (with a minimum fee of $20).
Does all work shown on OzArt Finder have to be available for Sale?
No, not at all. If you have recently sold an artwork on OzArt Finder or elsewhere, you can mark your work as sold. If you have an artwork available for sale on OzArt Finder but want to exhibit the work at an exhibition or art show, you can state that the work is not available for sale through OzArt Finder and indicate where the work is available for viewing. i.e. change the field ‘available for viewing at Artist’s studio to available at the location of the gallery or art show.
Is there any assistance available to upload my details and images?
Uploading, updating and amending artwork is very easy using our on-line facilities. However, if you’re unfamiliar with digital images, then we’re happy to assist to get you started. Just communicate via email and we’ll arrange to upload the images for you. We’ll then set up your profile and password and step you through the process so that you can take control of your artwork on-line.
What are your TERMS & CONDITIONS for OZART FINDER Membership?
Artworks can be showcased under one or more categories on OzArt Finder. For example, if we set up your membership as Painter/Printmaker or any variation of the categories shown on our site, artworks can be listed under each category.
As we do not stock any items, all works of art must be shipped by the artist directly to the buyer, either personally by the artist or using professional and insured couriers. Insurance on shipping must always be included. Based on size and weight of the packaged artwork, we calculate the cost of packaging, shipping and insurance and invoice the buyer accordingly.
All artists agree to our Buyer Service indicating that their work is available for sale via OzArt Finder and must agree to abide by our money-back guarantee provisions. For the protection of both artist and buyer, funds paid are held in our OzArt Finder service account, until such time that both parties are satisfied with the transaction.
All paintings uploaded must be original artwork and all prints must be a numbered and signed limited edition.
For further information on showcasing your artwork on OzArt Finder, please send your enquiry to info@ozartfinder.com.
BUYERS
You’ll find an amazing range of artwork from a diverse group of Australian artists. Locate artwork by your favourite artists in studios, galleries and exhibitions across Australia.
Purchase artwork via our OzArt Finder Buyer Service to ensure a secure purchase.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I purchase an artwork displayed on OzArt Finder?
Once you’ve chosen your artwork, simply click on the Buy Now tab and we’ll reserve the artwork and send you a confirmation email with bank deposit details. On receipt of cleared funds in the OzArt Finder service account we then give the go ahead for the Artist to despatch the artwork to you. Once you’ve confirmed with OzArt Finder that the artwork has been received, and is in good condition, we then release the funds to the Artist.
Does it cost extra to purchase artwork using the Buyer Service?
It doesn’t cost the Art Buyer any extra to use OzArt Finder’s Buyer Service. The Service is designed to protect the Art Buyer and the Artist and to ensure both parties are satisfied with the transaction. The Service Fee is deducted from the price paid to the Artist for the artwork. We do not charge any commission or fees beyond the Buyer Service Fee.
Who is responsible for the cost of Shipping and Insurance?
This is usually the responsibility of the buyer; however, it can sometimes be negotiated with the artist who may be willing to cover some of the cost of packaging and postage.
What if I’m not completely satisfied with artwork or if it’s damaged? Do you provide a Money Back Guarantee and Returns Policy?
Yes, at OzArt Finder we provide a money back guarantee on artwork purchased using our Buyer Service. When you notify us of a return, we do not release payment to the artist concerned until satisfactory resolution of your claim. We allow a period of 10 days from the date of dispatch in which you may make a claim and return the artwork to obtain your refund. If your claim is approved we refund the full purchase price of the item, less freight costs (as itemized on the invoice).
Please Note: We do not cover the cost of return freight & packaging costs.
What is covered in the Money Back Guarantee?
- If the artwork on our website totally and clearly misrepresents the item you have received.
- If the artwork you receive is significantly different in size or weight from that published on our website. Please note; overall sizes of works are often approximates.
- If the order is completely incorrect; i.e. the delivered work is not the artwork ordered.
- If the artwork is damaged in any way. (not by the courier).
What is NOT covered in the Money Back Guarantee?
- Our guarantee does not cover you changing your mind.
- Minor differences in colour between the item’s photograph on our website and the actual artwork. Please note; due to inherent limitations of computer screens and photographic equipment, we cannot guarantee accurate representation of colours.
- Any malicious damage or damage incurred through inadequate return packaging.
- If an artwork is lost or damaged by the courier and extra cover was not taken out, a full refund may not be possible.
For further information on purchasing artwork, please send your enquiry to info@ozartfinder.com.
ADVERTISERS
OzArt Finder is a great place to reach customers and promote your services.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is there a fee involved for listing Art Events, Tuition, Art Supplies & Framers on OzArt Finder?
No, these listings are all completely free of charge and can be arranged by sending your details to info@ozartfinder.com. In addition to our free listings, we offer additional promotion through our premium paid advertisements which are displayed on the right hand side of our web pages.
What are the charges for your Premium Paid Advertisements on OzArt Finder?
Our fees for advertising range from just $15 per month for non-premium ads, and from $20 to $60 per month for premium spaces. Please contact us for full details on current available advertising spaces and fees.
What are the differences between Premium & Non-Premium Advertising Spaces on OzArt Finder?
When a viewer clicks on the Display Ad, (displayed on the right hand side of our web pages) a large poster providing more information on the event is displayed along with external links to the advertiser’s website and internal links to an OzArt Finder profile or event. Premium spaces are fixed and appear across all categories and states. The non-premium ads appear below the premium spaces and are presented in random order (on pages relevant to the subject matter and location).
Can anyone Advertise on OzArt Finder?
No, our Advertising is restricted to Art related events and items only. We are now getting great feedback from our advertisers and hope OzArt Finder can assist you in promoting your Events and Services such as Framing and Art Tuition, your Art Gallery, or Art Products; – anything at all, as long as it is related to our wonderful world of ART.
For further information on our advertising, please send your enquiry to info@ozartfinder.com.
ART GROUPS
We currently have well over 100 Art Groups from around Australia listed on OzArt Finder to encourage art enthusiasts to know more about their local art community. Art Groups can promote their Art Shows, workshops and exhibitions FREE on OzArt Finder. Looking for an Art Model for your next workshop or artwork? View our separate listings for models, also located on our top menu.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do you charge Art Groups to have a listing on OzArt Finder?
Art Group listings are completely free and can provide as much or as little information as the individual group desires. We set up the basic information on each group for the benefit of our viewers to assist them in choosing the most suitable art group to join. Direct links to the group’s website and/or facebook page are provided for the viewer to obtain full details.
Are we also able to display details on our forthcoming Art Shows?
Yes, we encourage this for the benefit of our viewers to find out when and where your next event will be held. Additional information on your rules and conditions, etc., can also be uploaded for artists wanting to participate in the events. In addition to listing these events under your Group’s Profile, these can also be listed under our ‘Events’ tab displayed in our top menu on our home page. These listings are for all artists, art groups and galleries and are listed in date order. Information can either be forwarded to us or can be uploaded by a group member by using our easy on-line facilities. Login details and instructions can be given upon request.
Do you have facilities for our members to showcase their artworks within our Group’s Profile?
Yes, we also encourage this as it gives the general public an idea of the quality of artwork they can expect to see at your Art Shows.
Our Art Society also conducts tuition via regular Art Classes and Workshops. Are we also able to list these classes?
Absolutely, listings for art classes and workshops can be detailed within your group’s profile and similar to our ‘Events’ listings, further details can be displayed under our separate ‘Tuition’ tab on our top menu, which again are listed in date order.
Is there any assistance available to upload new information about our Group and also to upload images of our members’ artwork?
Uploading, updating and amending information and images is very easy using our on-line facilities. However, if you’re unfamiliar with digital images, etc., then we’re happy to assist to get you started. Just communicate via email and we’ll step you through the process so that you can take control of your Art Group on-line.
For further information on listing your Art Group on OzArt Finder, please send your enquiry to info@ozartfinder.com.
WEBSITES
We design and manage website for Artists, Art Groups and Art Galleries.
Websites for an individual Artists
We offer great discounts to our OzArt Finder members to create tailor made websites at a low set up cost of just $150 ($350 non-members).
Once established, a low monthly fee of $25 would apply to cover hosting, software updates, general maintenance and regular backups. This monthly fee also includes two hours each month of support for amending/uploading new content at no extra cost. (Hourly rate for content updates is $25 per hour).
We can also provide shop facilities (WordPress with WooCommerce) on websites for our members for an addition discounted set up cost of $110 ($220 non-members).
Websites for an Art Groups
Our initial charge for Art Groups is between $330 and $550, depending on the amount of content required. We develop and design the site to the group’s particular requirements. If shop facilities are required, an additional $150 applies.
Once established, a monthly fee applies of $35 to cover system maintenance, hosting, backups, software updates and security monitoring. The Monthly Hosting Fee also includes two hours each month of support for amending/uploading new content at no extra cost. (Hourly rate for content updates is $25 per hour).
Facebook and Social Media links on new websites
We can also setup new websites to take feeds from Facebook and other social media, whereby clicking on a “News” tab will display your Facebook posts.
Domain Registrations
If an artist or group does not have the premium international .com domain name, and is available to register, we can handle the .com registration process for you. We charge $20 to register the domain for 1 year and to setup a redirection link. The on-going annual renewal fee is $20. However, you will own the domain name and will have the passcodes to transfer the domain name at any time.
For any further information on our websites, or if you would like us to create a no obligation sample website for you to view and consider, please send your enquiry to info@ozartfinder.com.
ART TUITION
Our Art Tuition category on OzArt Finder provides helpful information for both beginners and artists to select from a wide range of Art Courses, Workshop and overseas Art Tours to expand on their artistic endeavours. Our listings for Art Teachers offer further promotion on tuition they provide.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is there a cost involved to be included in your listings of Art Teachers?
No, our listings for Art Teacher located under our ‘Tuition’ section in our top menu are completely free.
If I do register as an Art Teacher, can I upload details of my classes and workshops?
Yes, we will provide login facilities and instructions enabling you to upload all current & future classes, workshops and also any overseas art tours.
For further information on tuition and art teachers listings, please send your enquiry to info@ozartfinder.com.